Female Sculpture
Item
Accession Number
2019.7
Title
Female Sculpture
Ethnic Group
Luba/Tabwa
Subject
Figure|Altar|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th century
Medium
Hard Wood, Raffia knot
Format
H x W x D: 11 x 3 x 3 in. (27.94 x 7.62 x 7.62 cm)
Description
A standing female figure with ornate, carved coiffure shows atop-hole for fetish material. This beautiful well-carved face shows raised scarification on the forehead, temples, and lower face. An encrusted cord circles the neck. The body has a long torso and short legs; breasts and genitalia are prominent. The object is carved from hardwood, is stained, and is highly patinated.
